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Stefon Diggs vs Tyreek HillWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Tyreek Hill is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 10.8 PPG to Stefon Diggs's 9.9 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Tyreek Hill is the better fantasy play this season.

This one is genuinely close. Tyreek Hill edges Stefon Diggs by 0.9 PPG, but both are in the same production tier. The decision comes down to weekly matchup, not season-long resume. If you are choosing between them in a draft, Tyreek Hill goes slightly earlier based on volume, but do not reach for the difference.

Low confidence: the production gap is narrow enough that weekly context matters more than the season line.

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WRNew England Patriots#30
Stefon Diggs
PPG
9.9
Games
17
Rec
85
Rec Yds
1,013
Rec TDs
4
Targets
102
Bye
Week 11
WRMiami Dolphins#20PPG LEADER
Tyreek Hill
PPG
10.8
Games
4
Rec
21
Rec Yds
265
Rec TDs
1
Targets
29
Bye
Week 6

The Edge Chart

VolumeEfficiencyTD UpsideFloorCeilingDurability
Stefon Diggs
Tyreek Hill

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9.9 PPG10.8 PPG
17 GP4 GP
Bye: Week 11Bye: Week 6

Fantasy Tiers

Stefon Diggs: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) WR (ranked #30 at the position). Tyreek Hill: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) WR (ranked #20 at the position). Among the top 50 wide receivers this season, Stefon Diggs is producing at 45% of elite pace and Tyreek Hill at 49%. That ranking gap means Tyreek Hill carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Stefon Diggs vs Tyreek Hill: The Full Breakdown

Stefon Diggs (9.9 PPG) and Tyreek Hill (10.8 PPG) produced nearly identical fantasy numbers in 2025. When two wide receivers are this close on a per-game basis, the weekly matchup matters more than the season-long resume. Stefon Diggs played 17 games for the New England Patriots; Tyreek Hill suited up 4 times for the Miami Dolphins.

A 0.9-point per-game gap over a full season is essentially noise. It means one extra catch, one fewer target, or a single broken play away from flipping the script. For a weekly start/sit call between these two, matchup analysis matters far more than the season line.

Target volume is the story here. Stefon Diggs saw 102 targets in 2025, while Tyreek Hill drew 29. That workload gap usually translates into a higher weekly floor for Stefon Diggs, even in weeks where Tyreek Hill posts the bigger ceiling game. Consistency-minded managers lean toward target share; boom-bust managers chase the upside.

Bye weeks matter for roster construction: Stefon Diggs sits Week 11 while Tyreek Hill is off Week 6. If you are deciding between the two as a season-long roster hold, the staggered byes actually work in your favor.

Trade Value + Dynasty Outlook

Both are in a similar trade value range. A straight swap would be fair in most leagues, with the tiebreaker going to whichever manager values schedule or bye week more. Dynasty outlook: Stefon Diggs (age 32) is in the later years of production. Still a redraft asset, but dynasty value is declining. Tyreek Hill (age 32) is in the later years of production. Still a redraft asset, but dynasty value is declining.

Did You Know?

  • Tyreek Hill outscored Stefon Diggs by a projected 15 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
  • Stefon Diggs played 17 games in 2025 compared to Tyreek Hill's 4. That durability gap means Stefon Diggs contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
  • Stefon Diggs scored 4 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.2 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at wide receiver.
  • Stefon Diggs saw 102 targets in 2025. Target volume is the single strongest predictor of weekly PPR production at the wide receiver position.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Stefon Diggs vs Tyreek Hill: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
StatStefon DiggsTyreek Hill
PPG (Half-PPR)9.910.8
Games Played174
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)16843
Receptions8521
Rec/Game5.05.3
Receiving Yards1,013265
Rec Yds/Game59.666.3
Receiving TDs41
Targets10229
Target Share/Game6.07.3
Age3232
Experience10 yrs9 yrs
Bye WeekWeek 11Week 6

Summary

Tyreek Hill outscored Stefon Diggs by 0.9 PPG in 2025 (10.8 to 9.9). That production gap is the baseline, but weekly context shifts the answer. DraftCall analyzes matchup difficulty, scoring trends, and health data to deliver a clear start or sit recommendation backed by real reasoning.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Stefon Diggs or Tyreek Hill in fantasy football?

Based on 2025 season averages, Tyreek Hill has the edge at 10.8 PPG compared to Stefon Diggs's 9.9 PPG. However, the best start depends on weekly matchup, recent form, and injury status. DraftCall's app provides real-time AI-powered verdicts that factor in all of these variables.

How many fantasy points did Stefon Diggs and Tyreek Hill average in 2025?

Stefon Diggs averaged 9.9 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 17 games in 2025. Tyreek Hill averaged 10.8 PPG over 4 games. That is a difference of 0.9 points per game.

When are Stefon Diggs and Tyreek Hill's bye weeks in 2026?

Stefon Diggs (NE) has a bye in Week 11, and Tyreek Hill (MIA) has a bye in Week 6. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Stefon Diggs or Tyreek Hill a better fantasy wide receiver in 2026?

Tyreek Hill outscored Stefon Diggs by 0.9 PPG in 2025, which gives him the edge heading into 2026. For a week-by-week verdict, DraftCall's AI analyzes matchup quality and recent trends in real time.

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